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Gavan Reilly: Six months by law. 24.3 months in reality. Ireland's disability numbers don't add up
WorldDisability assessment wait times
The wait times for Assessment of Need in Ireland are significantly higher than the legally mandated six months, with an average wait time of 24.3 months.
This discrepancy highlights a broken system that offers little hope to families of children with disabilities.
- Coverage on "Gavan Reilly: Six months by law. 24.3 months in reality. Ireland's disability numbers don't add up" is currently concentrated in center-aligned outlets with primary documentation.
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Key Takeaways
- Legal limit for wait time is six months
- High wait times affect children with disabilities
- Ireland's disability assessment system is inefficient
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Expected Outcomes
- Potential reforms to Ireland's disability assessment system
Why It Matters
Faster assessment times can improve outcomes for children with disabilities
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Timeline of this story
- Sep 10TheJournal.ie (IE): The eye-watering numbers of children waiting for Assessment of Need in this country expose a broken system offering little hope to families.
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